New Zealand vs Japan Hockey World Cup Head-to-Head Record

How Many Times Have New Zealand and Japan Played in the Hockey World Cup?

New Zealand and Japan have played 4 matches against each other in the Hockey World Cup. These meetings have taken place across 4 editions of the tournament, giving both teams a significant history at the competition. In their 4 encounters, New Zealand have recorded 4 wins, while Japan have won 0 matches. The remaining 0 draws ended level. This overall record provides a quick view of how closely matched the teams have been whenever they met at the Hockey World Cup. Fans can use the head-to-head record to understand the historical advantage between New Zealand and Japan before looking at their individual match results and recent performances.

Who Has Won More Matches Between New Zealand and Japan?

New Zealand have the better Hockey World Cup head-to-head record between the two teams. Out of 4 meetings, New Zealand have won 4 matches, while Japan have recorded 0 victories. The teams have also played 0 draws. This gives New Zealand a win rate of approximately 100% in their Hockey World Cup meetings. The difference in wins shows which side has historically had more success in this particular fixture. However, the overall record only reflects previous meetings and does not determine the result of a future match. The complete results below provide more detail on when these victories and draws took place.

When Did New Zealand and Japan First Play Each Other in the Hockey World Cup?

The first Hockey World Cup meeting between New Zealand and Japan took place in 1973. The match ended 8-1 in favour of New Zealand. This first encounter marked the beginning of the teams' recorded head-to-head history in the Hockey World Cup. Since then, New Zealand and Japan have met 4 times in the tournament, producing 4 wins for New Zealand, 0 wins for Japan, and 0 draws. The first-match information provides historical context for understanding how this rivalry has developed across different editions of the Hockey World Cup.

When Was the Last New Zealand vs Japan Hockey World Cup Match?

The most recent Hockey World Cup meeting between New Zealand and Japan was played on 18 Aug 2026 during the 2026 Hockey World Cup, and finished with a 2-0 win for New Zealand. This latest meeting is important because it represents the most recent result in the teams' Hockey World Cup head-to-head record. Before this match, the teams had recorded 3 wins for New Zealand, 0 wins for Japan, and 0 draws in their earlier encounters. Fans looking for the latest New Zealand-vs-Japan-style head-to-head information can use this section to quickly identify the most recent result, date and score.

How Many Goals Have New Zealand and Japan Scored Against Each Other?

Across their 4 meetings, New Zealand have scored 14 goals, while Japan have scored 4 goals. Together, the two teams have scored 18 goals, producing an average of 4.5 goals per match. New Zealand have scored more goals overall, with a goal difference of 10. These figures provide another way to compare the teams beyond wins and losses. The goal record also shows whether their previous meetings have generally produced high-scoring or closely contested matches. The detailed results table above can be used to identify the highest-scoring meeting and the biggest winning margin in their Hockey World Cup history.

What Is the Complete New Zealand vs Japan Hockey World Cup Match History?

The complete Hockey World Cup match history between New Zealand and Japan includes 4 meetings from 1973 to 2026. The results show the year of each encounter, the score recorded by both teams and the final result. New Zealand have won 4 matches, Japan have won 0, while 0 draws have ended level. Reviewing the results chronologically helps fans understand how the head-to-head record has changed over time. It also highlights the teams' most recent meeting, their biggest victory and any periods when one side dominated the fixture.

What Is the Biggest Win in New Zealand vs Japan Hockey World Cup History?

The biggest victory in the Hockey World Cup head-to-head between New Zealand and Japan came when New Zealand defeated Japan 8-1 in 1973. The match produced a winning margin of 7 goals, making it the largest margin recorded between the two teams in the tournament. The result is part of a wider head-to-head record covering 4 meetings. New Zealand have recorded 4 victories overall, while Japan have won 0 matches. This section highlights the most dominant result between the two sides and provides additional context beyond their overall win-loss record.